A statement signed by the MD/CEO of the company, Engr.
Kingsley Achife, said this disconnection may result in power outages to
customers within IBEDC franchise area.
“As a revenue collection arm of the electricity value chain,
IBEDC sells and distributes electricity generated by the generation companies.”
“However, the company is unable to meet its financial
obligations to the electricity value chain due to poor payment and huge
outstanding bills by customers,” the MD said.
“We appeal to our esteemed customers to pay their current
and outstanding bills to enable IBEDC to meet its obligations to the Market
Operator and other parties in the electricity supply industry to ensure
continuous and uninterrupted power supply”
He also explained that IBEDC as a responsible corporate
organization, prioritised providing reliable and excellent service to its
esteemed customers, but requires timely payment for the energy consumed.
“Payment for electricity is essential to ensure the
sustainability of our operations, and it is a responsibility that we all
share.”
“We urge our customers to note that failure to pay current
and outstanding electricity bills may result in disruption of power to homes,
communities, and businesses connected to our network.”
“We encourage all customers to pay their bills promptly to
avoid any inconvenience,” the statement said.